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19%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
8%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
21%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleUniversity Park/100k peopleIllinois/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime132n/a (estimate)1,8761,9702,324
Murder2n/a28.47.86.3
Rape5n/a71.048.140.0
Robbery5n/a71.084.766.1
Assault12n/a170.5146.7268.2
Violent crime24n/a (estimate)341287370
Burglary6n/a85.3208.5269.8
Theft57n/a809.91,192.71,401.9
Vehicle theft45n/a639.4281.6282.7
Property crime108n/a (estimate)1,5351,6831,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in University Park, IL

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in University Park is 19.3% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 24 violent crimes reported in University Park, equivalent to 341 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 7.8%. Additionally, University Park recorded 108 property crimes, amounting to 1535 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 21.5%.

For violent crimes per 100,000 people, University Park has a rate of violent crime that is very close to the national average. There were a total of 341 violent crimes, while the national average reported 370. This is an indication that the level of crime is essentially on par with all other cities.

Although the murder rates in America have decreased steadily since 1990, over the last few years there has been an uptick. University Park has one of the highest murder rates in the country when compared to all other cities that reported crime in the U.S. There were a total of 2 murders in University Park, which is 28 murders per 100,000 people.

The surge in vehicle thefts is a concerning trend across the United States, and University Park is no exception, experiencing one of the nation's highest vehicle theft rates. Last year, University Park reported a total of 45 vehicle thefts, resulting in 639 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This places the city in the lowest 10% tier among all cities, indicating that 90% of cities have less stolen vehicles. The probability of a vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 157, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and security measures.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in University Park?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of University Park residents. Out of the respondents (18 in total), 28% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in University Park were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 72% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is University Park a Safe Place to Live?

Is University Park a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, University Park has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 19%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.36 daily incidents, encompassing 0.07 violent crimes and 0.3 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of University Park as a potential place to call home.

Potential Causes for Crime in University Park

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower University Park crime rate. The poverty level in University Park is 10.3%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In University Park, 91.4% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

The median home price in University Park is $124,400, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

University Park crime map



The University Park crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in University Park as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The University Park crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the University Park crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • University Park crime rates are 19% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in University Park are 8% lower than the national average
      • In University Park you have a 1 in 54 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • University Park is safer than 35% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in University Park has decreased by 14%

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        Daily Crime In University Park (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in University Park, per 100,000 residents. In University Park, the total number of daily crimes is 1.05 times less than the Illinois average and 1.24 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in University Park are 1.19 times more than the Illinois average and 1.08 times less than the national average. For property crime, University Park has a daily crime rate that is 1.10 times less than the Illinois average and 1.27 times less than the daily national average.

        How Safe is University Park (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in University Park, Illinois compared to other areas of Illinois, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is University Park safe? In the graphs above, it shows that University Park is safer than 18% of Illinois cities, and 35% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Illinois, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than University Park. At this time, University Park sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in University Park

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in University Park is 1 in 294
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in University Park is 1 in 66
        The chance of being a victim of crime in University Park is 1 in 54
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In University Park, Illinois you have a 1 in 294 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 66 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 54 chance of becoming a victim of crime in University Park.

        Year Over Year Crime In University Park (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether University Park is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in University Park has decreased by 27%, while the property crime rate in University Park has decreased by 11% year over year. The number of total crimes in University Park has decreased by 14% year over year.

        University Park police department

        Item University Park Illinois National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2030,690558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a2.63.3

        Sex offenders in Illinois

        State Total offenders Illinois /100K National /100K
        Illinois32,213263266
        There are a total of 32,213 sex offenders in Illinois. This yields a total of 263 sex offenders in Illinois per 100,000 residents which is 1% less than the national average.

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        Manhattan, IL8,21847312360
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        Peotone, IL4,06624546570
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        University Park, IL7,2243411,5351,876

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        University Park, IL7,2243411,5351,876
        Source: The University Park, IL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.